2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Proton 400.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Kalos | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
